Thursday, October 4, 2012

A New Lease on Life

Hand stitched linens; doilies and what nots. Bits and bobs of another time. I am ever inspired by their beauty, their intricacies, the firework bursts of colour.

I tuck them away in secret places only to pull them out on occasion to fold and refold, stack and sort...and generally drink in their deliciousness. I while away time pondering their former homes and how it was that they came to be part of mine.

Some are used for their intended purpose. The damask napkins mop my babes' chins, the sunny yellow pillowslip brightens my bed.

Some however, are re-invented into something new. A hand embroidered supper cloth has a new lease on life as a delicate singlet for a cherished friend's smallest. A slightly more A-line version of this one with the addition of a whimsical ruffle.

In many years will it too be found in a secret place and loved all over again. I hope so.

Oh Steph, that is truly adorable!I too have linens that I have collected over time, I often wonder of the journey they took to reach me, of the hands that wove their magic creating them and what I in time will create with them. Definitely pieces to be cherished.x

Steph, I promise you we will treasure this top forever. Lucy has received so many compliments when she wears it (especially from the oldies). It is absolutely beautiful and it will certainly be passed on to her children. Such a thoughtful gift for our very special little girl. X

What a beautiful little top. I have just been given three things with similar embroidery this week. From my mum, a table runner and doily and from my aunt, a large rectangle tablecloth. For now they will be staying as is, but a few others have recently made their way into pillows or bunting. Hopefully treasures of the future:)

adorable top...and even better that you used a divine supper cloth and gave it a new lease of life...and no doubt will be enjoyed over and over and over! wishing you blissful end to your week gorgeous girl xx

Moi

Salut! I am a stay at home Mumma to my gorgeous poppets, Bijou and Remy. Once a passionate teacher of little preppies, I now devote all of my time to my beautiful little family. I am blissfully married to my "soul buddy" and with our babes in tow we set about lapping up all that this amazing life has to offer.
I adore all things crafty and find such joy in beautiful fabrics, books, Baroque music, eating chocolate, eating cake...eating fullstop!, all things French ,my Mum and Dad, vintage buttons and habby, flea markets and antique shops, baking, Sunday breakfasts, rainy afternoons, demolishing with a crow bar, fashion, Audrey Hepburn movies, watching my man with our girl, long baths til I go pruney,...life!!.
Still finding my feet as a stay home Mumma and a crafter I'd love for you to join me on this journey. À bientôt!